We've known for a while that olive oil is the healthiest oil you can use - but a new study pinpoints its health benefits for the brain...
Take a look at the good news below... Study shows how olive oil works to protect your brain...
Researchers at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University discovered that olive oil helps neurons function better and it eases communication between ... ››› more
Olive oil is a fantastic source of ‘good' fat that's loaded with antioxidants. It's no wonder olive oil is at - or near - the top of most health experts' list of must-haves!
“Research has shown that olive oil helps lower ‘bad' cholesterol and total cholesterol, improve insulin levels and blood clotting and assist with blood sugar control,” explains Colette Heimowitz, Atkins' vice presid... ››› more
While oil was once considered a serious diet foe and complete beauty faux pass, more and more people from the health community are starting to recognise the remarkable benefits that healthy fats offer both inside and out.
One of the most popular oils is, of course, olive oil. But here's the thing: If you cook olive oil past its smoke point, it can rob your body of important antioxidants. Howeve... ››› more
Past research has found a significant association between extra virgin olive oil and protection against cognitive decline that come with ageing. Researchers believe that olive oil's brain-protecting properties lie in its high content of monounsaturated fat.
Now, studies are showing that it's in fact oleocanthal, a natural compound found in olive oil that has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant ac... ››› more
Are you looking for something quick, easy as well as tasty to toss up at lunchtime? Then this colourful cabbage and hemp salad recipe is just the thing for you!
This delicious salad incorporates a variety of colour, which is essential for obtaining a vast amount of nutrients in a single meal. It's sure to stave off midday slumps and instead give you a great energy boost!
With added hemp seed... ››› more
There's nothing better than a delicious, cold and refreshing salad on a summer's day ... am I right? In my opinion, a salad is a great and tasty option to tuck into for either lunch or dinner when you're looking to shed a couple of kilos and make sure your body is getting some essential nutrients.
The fantastic recipe I'm sharing with you is quick and easy to toss up (you can literally throw it... ››› more
While olive oil is a great source of heart-healthy monounsaturated fats (and a lower-calorie alternative to butter), it's still possible to overdo it. Using more than you need adds extra calories, makes food oily and costs you money (olive oil doesn't come cheap!).
Are you too heavy-handed when you cook with olive oil?
“Some people assume that extra oil in the pan won't get absorbed into t... ››› more
While olive oil is a great source of heart-healthy monounsaturated fats (and a lower-calorie alternative to butter), it's still possible to overdo it. Using more than you need adds extra calories, makes food oily and costs you money (olive oil doesn't come cheap!).
Are you too heavy-handed when you cook with olive oil?
“Some people assume that extra oil in the pan won't get absorbed into t... ››› more
We already know that olive oil is pretty much liquid gold for cardiovascular health, cholesterol levels and skin. But could it could it possibly have more health benefits than we already know of?
Yes, it can!
In a study recently published in Molecular Nutrition & Food research reveals that the magic oil is also great for something we're all bonkers over: Weight loss!
Read on for the ins... ››› more
If you're not using olive oil in your day-to-day diet, you really should be.
Experts go on and on about how it's essential for your heart health. And it's the reason the Mediterranean Diet is one of the healthiest diets in the world.
But now, experts are going to be carrying on about olive oil even more.
This because experts now know it might be the answer to preventing cancer too.
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